Precarious Labour and the Contemporary Novel

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Focusing on contemporary novels from India, North America, and the UK, this study analyzes the representation of work and workers through detailed readings of authors like Douglas Coupland and Aravind Adiga. It addresses pressing questions of modern life by exploring how fictional narratives reveal the experiences of insecurity and precariousness in today's society. By engaging with recent theories about work, the book underscores the novel's role as a vital medium for understanding the significance of work and our emotional responses to it.